2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C8 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
